ResurFX
Dr. Day will use her Lumenis M22 Stellar laser to perform the ResurFX treatment to treat a wide range of issues such as age spots or sun spots, fine lines and wrinkles, stretch marks or striae, hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone, scars from acne or surgery, and loose skin.
What To Expect
How it works
ResurFX is a non-ablative fractional laser, meaning it can emit powerful light energy without visibly damaging the outer layer of skin. The fact that it is a fractional device means that it emits energy in a dotted pattern that leaves some skin undamaged, resulting in less discomfort and downtime. The laser is applied to create controlled thermal damage and micro-injuries. As these micro-injuries heal, new collagen and elastin are produced, resulting in resilient, glowing skin.
How we do it
Dr. Day will consult with patients interested in resurfacing to treat a variety of skin issues with ResurFX. Patients receiving this treatment will come in for topical numbing prior to treatment, alleviating any discomfort during the actual treatment. After treatment, Dr. Day will recommend specific post-care products to minimize healing time and maximize results.
Side effects
ResurFX is a fractional, non-ablative treatment. As a result, patients receiving this treatment do not have to prepare for the more extensive and uncomfortable healing time associated with other resurfacing treatments. The patient will experience initial redness immediately after treatment, which will go down a few hours post treatment and then redness might be prominent for a few days post-treatment.
Time to full effect
Dr. Day may recommend a treatment series if you are looking to address issues such as discoloration, scars, fine lines, or even just to achieve a refreshed, beautiful glow.
Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
Is ResurFX the same as Fraxel?
They share an approach, and they're different lasers. ResurFX is a 1565 nm non-ablative fractional laser that heats tissue in tiny columns under an intact surface. Dr. Day uses ResurFX on her Lumenis Stellar platform rather than Fraxel.
Who should wait, and what about skin tone?
Dr. Day postpones ResurFX during pregnancy, over an active cold sore or infection, or on freshly tanned skin. In deeper skin tones she keeps the settings conservative, because laser treatment tends to cause pigment change more often in darker skin.
Can it be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Dr. Day often plans it alongside injectables and daily skin care as part of a longer plan for your skin.
Pre-Care Instructions
Post-Care Instructions
Sun Exposure
Avoid sun exposure 2-3 weeks prior to treatment.
Beauty Routine
Pause any waxing, tweezing, depilatory, hair bleaching, or exfoliating for 10 days prior to treatment.
Medications
Pause topical prescriptions for 72 hours prior to treatment.
Recovery
Dr. Day will recommend post-treatment products to minimize healing time and maximize results.
ResurFX at a glance
| Areas | Face Neck Chest Tummy Arms Butt Legs |
|---|---|
| Duration | 60-90 minutes |
| Frequency | Generally every 4-8 weeks until desired results are achieved |
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